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Preoperative Phase with Dr. Tolga Aksan
Consultation and Evaluation:
- Medical History and Physical Examination: Dr. Aksan assesses the patient’s overall health, including any previous surgeries, current medications, and specific body shape goals.
- Discussion of Aesthetic Goals: The patient’s desires for buttock enhancement, including shape, size, and contour, are discussed.
- Physical Assessment: Evaluation of the areas for fat removal (typically the abdomen, hips, lower back, or thighs) and the buttocks for augmentation.
Preoperative Tests:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): To check for anemia, infection, and other blood-related issues.
- Coagulation Profile: Including PT (Prothrombin Time) and aPTT (Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time) to assess blood clotting.
- Electrolyte Panel: To check the balance of sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate in your body.
- Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) and Creatinine: To assess kidney function.
- Liver Function Tests: To evaluate the health of your liver.
- Fasting Blood Sugar: To check for diabetes or pre-diabetes conditions.
- Lipid Profile: To assess cholesterol levels.
- Urine Analysis: To detect any urinary tract infections or kidney issues.
- Pregnancy Test (if applicable): To rule out pregnancy before the surgery.
- EKG (Electrocardiogram): Especially for patients over 40 years or with cardiac risk factors, to check heart function.
- Chest X-Ray: To evaluate lung health and rule out respiratory issues.
- Hemoglobin A1C: For patients with diabetes, to assess blood sugar control over the last three months.
- HIV and Hepatitis Panel: Depending on the clinic’s policy and patient’s risk factors.
- COVID-19 Test: Depending on current health guidelines and policies.
Planning and Marking:
- Dr. Aksan marks the donor sites for liposuction and the buttocks for fat injection, planning the procedure for optimal contouring and symmetry.
Surgical Procedure by Dr. Tolga Aksan
Anesthesia:
- The BBL procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia.
Liposuction:
- Dr. Aksan performs liposuction to harvest fat from predetermined areas. This step contours these areas and provides the fat necessary for buttock augmentation.
- The removed fat is then purified and prepared for injection.
Fat Transfer to the Buttocks:
- The purified fat is carefully injected into specific areas of the buttocks to achieve the desired shape, size, and contour.
- Dr. Aksan uses specialized techniques to ensure a smooth, natural-looking result.
Closing the Incisions:
- The incisions from liposuction are usually small and may be closed with sutures or left to heal naturally.
Postoperative Care by Dr. Tolga Aksan's Team
Immediate Recovery:
- Postoperative instructions include managing swelling and discomfort with medications. Compression garments are recommended for the liposuction areas.
Postoperative Instructions:
- Detailed guidance on caring for the treated areas, activity restrictions, and sleeping positions to avoid pressure on the buttocks.
- Instructions on when to return for a follow-up and how to monitor for any signs of complications.
Follow-up Visits:
- Regular appointments with Dr. Aksan to assess the healing process and the results of the fat transfer.
Long-Term Care and Results:
- Final results are typically visible several months post-surgery, once the swelling has subsided and the transferred fat has stabilized.
- It’s important to maintain a stable weight to preserve the results.
Key Considerations
- Patient Selection: Suitable for individuals looking to enhance buttock size and shape with a more natural approach than implants.
- Recovery Time: Patients should avoid sitting directly on the buttocks for about two weeks post-surgery and follow a gradual return to normal activities as advised by Dr. Aksan.
- Risks and Safety: Dr. Aksan discusses potential risks such as fat embolism, asymmetry, and the need for additional procedures.
Dr. Aksan’s approach to Brazilian Butt Lift surgery combines advanced liposuction and fat grafting techniques to achieve aesthetically pleasing, natural-looking results. He ensures comprehensive patient care from preoperative planning through the entire recovery process.